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BAPTISMAL GARMENTS MINISTRY
This ministry makes stoles for the infants who are
baptized at Blessed Sacrament. Volunteers are needed
who have a little spare time to make these garments
and can sew a simple straight seam and embroider by
hand or by machine, Directions are available. The
infant baptism garments are simple rectangular pieces
of material, lined or hemmed, and embroidered on one
side with a cross. If you are interested in helping
with this ministry, call Diana White at (352)394-3562,
ext 101 at the Parish Office.
CURSILLO / ULTREYA
Cursillo is an opportunity to grow in faith and in
spirituality; a deeper understanding of the teachings
of Jesus and how we can serve Him; an experience of
living and sharing with others in a loving and caring
Christian community and realizing that this can be
extended into our own environment; and a continuing
community that gives support and encouragement
empowering the renewed Christians to persevere in
carrying out their Baptismal vows.
Cursillo includes a three-day weekend which begins on
Thursday evening and concludes on Sunday. During these
three days, talks are given by lay persons and clergy
who have spent time working together carefully
planning and preparing for the Weekend. The Cursillo
weekend is not a retreat. There is no fasting or
extended period of silence. The weekend is an
opportunity to meet clergy and laity who are seeking
to strengthen their faith. It provides an opportunity
through shared prayer, worship, study, fellowship,
laughter, tears, and love to experience the reality of
the gift of God's love freely and unconditionally
given. Holy Eucharist will be celebrated daily. For
information contact Mike at (352)551-4250 or Debbie at
(352)551-4251 or email
debbiemcgill@cfl.rr.com.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Development Committee serves as an advisory body
to the pastor and the Finance Committee in the long
range planning and development of parish plant and
facilities. Members of the Development Committee are
selected by the pastor in consultation with the
Finance Committee and are appointed on the basis of
their expertise in the areas related to fundraising,
plant development, engineering, architectural design,
and finances. The Development Committee receives
support and guidance from the Diocesan Stewardship &
Development Office as well as the Office for Building
Planning, and Construction. Jim Weis is the
Facilitator (352)242-4361.
ENGLISH LITERACY / LITERATURA INGLES
This ministry exists to empower adults by providing
basic literacy through individualized tutoring in
environments that respect and reverence individuals.
It enables learners to transform their lives by
acquiring skills to become successful parents, better
workers and responsible citizens. This ministry is
open to all parishioners who want to better understand
the English language. Please bring a notepad and
pencil with you to each class. We meet Tuesdays in the
Religious Education Bldg. (Christopher Hall) rooms 1&
5. Tutors are needed who are fluent in English and
able to read and write. Some experience in instruction
would be helpful but not absolutely necessary and
knowledge of Spanish is not necessary. Please call Sr.
Elizabeth at (352)394-6640 for more information.
Literatura Ingles: Este ministerio existe para
empoderar a adultos proveyéndole literatura básica a
través de tutores individuales en un ambiente de
respeto y reverencia hacia cada individual.
Capacitamos a los aprendices a transformar sus vidas
ayudándoles a adquirir habilidades para hacerse padres
exitosos, mejores trabajadores y ciudadanos
responsables. Está abierto a todos los parroquianos
quienes desean entender el lenguaje Inglés mejor. Por
favor traigan libreta y lápiz con usted a cada clase.
Nos reunimos los martes en el edificio de educación
Religiosa (Christopher Hall) salones 1 y 5. Se
necesitan tutores que sean fluentes en Inglés y sepan
leer y escribir. Sería bueno que tenga alguna
experiencia como instructor pero no es absolutamente
necesario ni tampoco es necesario que sepa Español.
Para más información por favor comuníquese con Hna.
Elizabeth Demirgian @ 352-394-6640.
FINANCE COMMITTEE
The Parish Finance Committee serves as an advisory
body to the pastor and the Parish Pastoral Council in
the administration and stewardship of parish finances,
budget, parish facilities, and long-range financial
development. Mandated by canon law, parish finance
councils, like parish pastoral councils, are
consultative bodies:
Each parish is to have a Finance Council which is
regulated by universal law as well as by norms issued
by the diocesan bishop; in this council the Christian
faithful, selected according to the same norms, aid
the pastor in the administration of parish goods.
(Canon 537)
Members of the Finance Council are appointed by the
pastor on the basis of their expertise in matters
related to accounting and finance, investment
management, fundraising/development, budget,
engineering, and law. The three-to-five-member Finance
Council receives support and guidance from the
diocesan Department of Finance.
The Parish Finance Committee and the Parish Pastoral
Council function interdependently; it is essential
that they communicate with one another in furthering
the parish mission. James Laria (djlaria@aol.com) is
currently the Facilitator of this committee.
LADIES GUILD
The Blessed Sacrament Ladies Guild was established to
serve the pastor and the church, to provide spiritual
and social benefits for its members by maintaining a
Christian atmosphere, and to provide the enjoyment of
fellowship, where friendships can grow and be
strengthened. The Guild meets the third Tuesday of the
month (September-April) at 12 noon in the Parish
Social Hall.
This vibrant group is comprised of enthusiastic ladies
who serve Our Lord through commitment and service to
the parish and the community. The Guild raises funds
for the parish and local charities through a weekly
Bingo (Oct.-May) and various annual events (i.e.,
Rummage Sale, Fashion Show, etc.). The Ladies Guild
sponsors a seminarian, hosts the Confirmation
Reception, attends an Annual Retreat, participates in
the World Day of Prayer, and has several outings to
restaurants and places of interest. The Guild is a
member of the People of Faith, an organization of
women and men from local Christian churches. For more
information contact Twan Ray, President,
(352)241-0499, or email
jray001@cfl.rr.com.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights have four units here at the Blessed
Sacrament Church campus under the overall Knights of
Columbus umbrella.
Knights of Columbus Council #13240 is the largest and
principle unit. The Council has approximately 186
members. The Council meets on the first Thursday of
every month at 7:00 pm in the John Bosco Hall. The
Council also has a monthly social meeting on the third
Thursday of the month at pre-selected locations. The
council officers meetings are on the last Thursday of
the month in classroom 4. The principle contacts for
the council are as follows: Grand Knight Peter Capece,
(352)243-0393, cell (772)571-7084, email p.capece@earthlink.net
and Deputy Grand Knight James Laria.(352)243-3292,
cell (407)435-2325, email djlaria@aol.com.
The Knights of Columbus Squires Circle is an
international fraternity of 10- 18 year olds. The
Squires Circle is sponsored by the Blessed Sacrament
Knights of Columbus Council #13240. The Squires meet
on the second Saturday of every month at 10:00am in
classroom 4. Contact person for the Squires Circle is
Past GK Eric Palmer, (352)394-5004, cell
(407)346-3921, email palmerent@embarqmail.com. or the
Council’s Youth Director Frank Regiacorte
352-429-2075, 407-538-6490, fregiacorte@yahoo.com
Knights of Columbus Assembly # 3025 is a separate
entity. The Assembly is made up of 4th degree Knights.
The Knight’s Color Corps is an integral part of the
assembly. Requests for Knights in regalia (Color
Corps) should be made directly to the assembly. The
Assembly meets at 7:00 pm, on the second Thursday of
the month in the church social hall. The principle
contact for the Assembly are as follows: Faithful
Navigator Peter Stauder, (352)241-0235, email pstauder@embarqmail.com
and Faithful Captain James Laria, (352)243-3292, cell
(407)435-2325, email djlaria@aol.com.
Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxilliary is a supportive
arm of the Knights of Columbus Council and has
approximately 30 members. All of our members are
spouses or widows of a Knight. They meet on the first
Thursday of the month in Classroom #2. The principle
contacts are Phyllis Capece, (352)243-0393, email
phylliscapece@gmail.com and Diane Laria,
(352)243-243-3292.
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